• Artvigil contains armodafinil, a smart drug that belongs to the modafinil class of drugs and is clinically safe.
• Armodafinil got FDA nod in 2007 for treating narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, and shift work disorder so its efficacy is well documented.
• It promotes wakefulness in patients with excessive sleepiness.
• Artvigil also improves episodic memory in those who have excessive daytime sleepiness.
• Armodafinil is a clinically proven and safe drug for boosting your mental performance.
• It enhances your concentration and motivation, and you do not develop dependence or addiction to this drug.

It is unclear how exactly Artvigil works when it comes to treating narcolepsy, SWSD, or OSA. However, it has been presumed that the drug greatly promotes wakefulness by acting on certain brain chemicals that regulate your sleep-wake cycle. This nootropic agent is presumed to work on improving the production of brain chemicals, aka neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, orexin, and histamine, which are known to have some action on your sleep-wake cycle.

Apart from having wakefulness-promoting properties, Artvigil is known to increase your locomotor activity and produce psychoactive and euphoric effects. The smart drug has also been found to improve your mood, feelings, perception, and thinking, just like other psychostimulants. You should note that it works as a stimulant, but it does not cause addiction, meaning you will not develop drug dependence on using it.

• Artvigil is a drug that works on your brain and neurotransmitters so you must talk to your doctor before using it.
• Typically, doctors prescribe Artvigil 150 mg, which should be taken only once a day, with or without food.
• People using it for narcolepsy or OSA should take the medicine in the morning.
• People using the drug for SWSD should take it at least an hour before they start with their shift.
• You should swallow the pill with a glass of water so the drug can absorb properly; stay away from other stimulants.
• Do not chew, break, or crush the Artvigil pill. If you crush, chew or break the pill, the drug may lose its effectiveness.

• You should consult with your doctor and inform whether you have any other medical conditions before using this nootropic agent. That’s because patients with liver disease are given lower doses.
• More importantly, you should check with your doctor and inform whether you have been taking any other medications because armodafinil is not compatible with certain medications.
• People who are allergic to armodafinil or modafinil are advised not to use Artvigil pills.
• In elderly patients, the drug is prescribed in a very lower potency because their body’s ability to eliminate the drug is low.
• Pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers are strictly prohibited from self-medicating with this smart drug. They should check with their doctor before using the drug.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Back pain
• Mild anxiety
• Dizziness

These are some of the most common side effects of Artvigil, which you may or may not experience. You must immediately see your doctor or visit the nearest ER if you experience any unwanted side effects after taking the drug, which does not go away or aggravate, such as chest pain, allergic reactions, breathlessness, or swelling of the face.

• Although this smart drug does not cause functional impairment, you are cautioned about indulging in risky activities such as driving or operating machinery.
• This nootropic agent is not recommended for use in children for any indication.
• If you have abnormal levels of excessive sleepiness and take Artvigil, you are advised that the level of wakefulness may or may not return to normal.
• During treatment, your doctor will frequently reassess you for any change in your sleep or behavior because it acts on your brain after all.
• Rarely, psychiatric adverse effects have been reported with this nootropic agent, such as mild delusions, hallucinations, and aggression.
• Do not overdose with this smart drug; otherwise, you may suffer from psychiatrist adverse effects that need immediate medical attention.

What is Artvigil recommended for?

Artvigil (armodafinil) is a smart drug that promotes wakefulness in patients with excessive sleepiness, which is known to be caused by narcolepsy, obstructive sleep apnea, or shift work sleep disorder. It is also used for enhancing brain function and mental performance. It has the ability to improve your learning process, motivation, and concentration.

How long does Artvigil take to act?

For many patients, the drug usually takes around 30 to 60 minutes to act after dosage; however, it may vary.

Is Artvigil legal?

In the United States, its active drug armodafinil falls under the category “Schedule 4 Controlled Drug” that is available only under a prescription.

Can I get sleep with Artvigil?

No, you may stay awake for an extended period of time. Its active drug armodafinil may reduce your sleepiness but it does not cure the condition. This nootropic agent should not be used to get enough sleep.

Is Artvigil a stimulant?

The drug falls under the category of drugs called eugeroics, which are a type of stimulant that causes mental arousal. So, yes, the medicine does act as a stimulant but it is unlikely to cause addiction.